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The Fr. Emil Kapaun canonization attempt is explained by Fr. John Hotze.

Fr. Kapaun is currently a Servant of God.

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Staffers review four entertainment options: a CD, a TV series, a movie and a new restaurant.

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HOLDING AN ASPERGILLUM, Bishop Michael Jackels blesses the foundation for the

Coach Herm and Jackie Bachrodt Athletic Complex with holy water. Students, faculty and friends of the school were present for the ceremony, which took place Aug. 27.

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The psychology of habit is explored with student examples. Methods for breaking habits are offered.

STUDENT 12 LIFE The new monthly Paladin competition, Student Survivor, kicks off with contestants answering personal questions.

2009 Homecoming court announced

The 2009 Homecoming court was announced Sept. 4.

King candidates are seniors Nick Catanese, Sam Felts, Jeff Knott, Cody Saunders, Schuyler Stump and Jon Truman.

Queen candidates are seniors Karen Akao, Kelsey Ball, Katie Moore, Stephanie Solis, Riley Tigert and Katie Zwick.

The Homecoming king and queen will be announced at the football game Oct. 3.

Seniors recognized

by National Merit Corporation

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The school’s first yell leaders reflect on the sport and the student response to this new group.

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NEWS briefs

Seniors Sara CiccolariMicaldi and Laura Elson were named National Merit semifinalists Sept. 10. Seniors Leah Grant, James Hogan, Christian Kehr, Viktoria King and Zack Reed were named National Merit Commended Scholars.

These awards were given based on their PSAT scores from October 2008. A score of 211 or above was needed to be a semifinalist and Commended Scholars scored between 200 and 210.

YEK Market Day

The Youth Entrepreneurs of Kansas class will have a Market Day in October.

Unlike previous years, the class will have two Market Days.

The second one will be during second semester.

All-school rosary

The Handmaids of Mary are hosting an all-school living rosary Oct. 1. October is the Month of the Rosary.

Drama department chooses fall play

The Drama Department’s fall production is Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling.

Rehearsals began Aug. 18 and the show will run Sept. 24-26.

New gym dedicated at first allschool mass

Bishop Michael Jackels blessed the foundation for the new gym Aug. 27 after the first Allschool Mass.

The gym, which is part of the Coach Herm and Jackie Bachrodt Athletic Complex, was dedicated in memory of Jackie Bachrodt.

Members of her family were present.

Back to School Dance

Students attended the Back to School Dance in the commons Sept. 11. The dance started after the football game against Heights and lasted until 11 p.m. news briefs by hillary sevart

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Pandemic plan put in place

by HILLARY SEVART asst. news editor Pencils, pens, notebook paper, a medical mask and hand sanitizer: all are necessary school supplies during flu season.

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the H1N1 virus, more commonly known as “Swine Flu,” infected over one million Americans between April and June 2009. Reported symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, vomiting, chills, body aches and fatigue. This winter, it is expected to infect up to 40 percent of Kansans, 1.1 million people. There have already been 200 cases of the H1N1 virus reported at the University of Kansas.

“I know that a lot of people in Kansas have [the H1N1 virus],” junior Bethany Hesse said. “But I am not worried about getting it. I wash my hands a lot and I try to stay healthy.”

The virus, which is spread through respiratory droplets from sneezing and coughing, puts children and young adults between the ages of five and 24 at risk the most. Because of this, the Kansas State Department of Health and Environment has required schools to have a flu pandemic plan for the 2009-2010 school year.

“I have been working closely with school nurse [Jane] Hagan,” Principal David Kehres said. “She has been putting together the plan.”

The plan will be put into effect as soon as three or more students become infected

with the virus. The first step of the plan is to establish a “Sick Room” in the lobby of the auditorium. This room is to be well-stocked with masks, tissues and other medical supplies. The next step is for the front desk to immediately notify all of the administration, the Catholic School Office and the parents of sick students. After this step, the nurse’s office will be closed and only students with flu-like symptoms will be allowed to enter because of the disease’s highly contagious nature.

“The virus is very contagious,” Hagan said. “It is very important that people use ‘respiratory etiquette’ and keep hands clean and away from their mouths and eyes.”

In mid-September, Wichita will begin to test the Swine Flu Vaccine. The shot’s side effects are still unknown but the CDC recommends for school age people to get the shot once it becomes available to the public.

“Students should get the vaccine,” Hagan said. “Also, if you do get sick and you know it is the H1N1 virus, you can take Tamiflu. It will help the virus from spreading and making you sicker.”

The vaccine will not be 100 percent effective against the virus, but it will lower a person’s chances of getting sick.

“I want to reinforce to everyone the importance of hand washing, respiratory etiquette and staying home sick,” Hagan said. “I am not trying to be an alarmist. I am just trying to be realistic and help keep the germs at bay.”

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After experimental study, grading scale reverts back

by KATIE GILBAUGH online editor Grades can affect students’ sports eligibility, freedom on the weekend or the amount of praise received from parents. In the 2008-2009 year, changes to the grading scale helped some students avoid negative consequences for grades.

“It made eligibility in some regards a little bit easier,” John Heise, assistant principal and athletic director said. “Our standards are still stricter than public schools in terms of what an F would be.”

Last year, the grading scale was changed so that 64 percent or lower was an F. This year, the scale has been changed back to 69 percent.

“I don’t think it would be bad [to return to the other system],” sophomore Libby Weber said. “But it would be lowering our standards. We don’t want to go backwards, we want to go forwards.”

The grading scale change came about because Superintendent Bob Voboril allowed

“There were mixed feelings about it,” Kapaun Mt. Carmel to run a study. The purpose was to collect data and information Kehres said. “Some teachers felt it was a to share with other diocesan high schools benefit for the building and students, some felt we should continue with normal policy.” and the Superintendent’s Council.

Other options are being considered “The main reason for the study was to regarding the grading see how many students system but any were impacted on the would be lower range and to see “There were mixed feelings change what we could do to about [the changed grading based on a unanimous help students succeed,” scale]. Some teachers felt it decision with all the administration and Principal David Kehres was a benefit for the building Voboril. said.

“We did see Dr. Cameron and students, some felt we Carlson, assistant should continue with normal students able to receive credit that they would principal, said it is policy, no deviation.” not have received difficult to structure principal DAVID KEHRES before,” Kehres said. a system that helps “There were fewer students who really students failing fewer need it, but does not enable those who would take advantage of classes and improved the number of athletes it. He believes that a two percent difference on academic watch.”

Senior Schuyler Stump said he feels the should not be the deciding factor for whether or not a student has to retake a class. It more strict grading scale is for the better.

“It challenges people to keep their would be more convenient for the student if they could come to an agreement with their grades up,” Stump said. “Last year gave them the chance to have more room for error.” teacher. paladin

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Teaches: all French classes

Teaches: Biology, Honors Biology

Hometown: Lockport, N.Y.

Hometown: Wichita, Kan.

Favorite vacation: France

Past teaching experience: East for 28 years, Independent for 13 years

Reason why she decided to teach: “I love French language and culture, so I wanted to pass that on to others. I also love to be with people.”

Favorite thing about KMC: “The students, by far.”

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Ernie Drowatsky Teaches: Biology, Environmental Science

Teaches: Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology, Honors Anatomy and Physiology

Hometown: Yates Center, Kan.

Hometown: Wichita, Kan.

Past Work Experience: Sedgwick County Zoo

Defining moment: “In high school, I realized it’s not about the grade. It’s about what you learned.”

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Abby Herring

Teaches: English I, Honors English I and English III

Teaches: Physical Education

Hometown: Albuquerque, N.M. Reason she decided to teach: “I wanted to teach English because I love to read and write. I hope to instill a love for literature in the students.”

Hometown: Wichita, Kan. Coaches: girls, boys soccer

Grace Patton

Alan Shepherd

Reason he decided to teach: “I enjoy athletics and coaching young people, the many lessons learned through sports.”

Teaches: Physical Science, Chemistry, Standards-Based Math

Teaches: Accounting, Web Design, Computer Applications

Hometown: Oswego, Kan.

Hometown: Tuckerman, Ark.

Favorite thing about KMC: the uniform

Defining moment: “My older sister died at 35, leaving two children.

Every day is a gift.”

Defining moment: “The day I accepted Christ.”

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Defining moment: “When I finally decided my purpose in life was not at the zoo, but elsewhere.”

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Possible miracles bring progress in attempt to canonize Fr. Kapaun

by DANIELLE VALLIERE news editor Lord Jesus, in the midst of the folly of war, your servant, Chaplain Emil Kapaun spent himself in total service to you…

It is 3 p.m. at Kapaun Mt. Carmel. The halls resound with words.

We now ask you, Lord Jesus, if it be your will, to make known to all the world the holiness of Chaplain Kapaun…

Students pray…

Lord, we ask, for you are the source of peace, the strength of our service to others, and our final hope. Amen. Chaplain Kapaun, pray for us.

For upperclassmen, praying to one of the namesakes of the school is a common occurrence; however, something uncommon has occurred in the process of attempting to get Fr. Kapaun canonized.

Work on Fr. Kapaun’s canonization began after his fellow prisoners were released from a Korean prison camp in 1953.

They emerged with stories of Fr. Kapaun, an army chaplain from Pilsen, Kan., who was in the camp for seven months.

According to http://frkapaun.org, “Fr. Kapaun spent himself in heroic service to his fellow prisoners without regard for race, color, or creed.” Fr. Kapaun was declared a Servant of God in 1993.

On June 26, 2009, a Vatican Postulator was in Wichita investigating possible miracles that could be attributed to Fr. Kapaun.

Fr. John Hotze, Judicial Vicar for the Diocese of Wichita and Episcopal Delegate for the Office of the Beatification and Canonization of Fr. Kapaun, said the Postulator interviewed the families of those that were involved in the possible miracles

and their doctors.

“We are continuing to do our work on the alleged miracles,” Hotze said. “We must get all the medical records from the doctors and the hospital and have them transcribed.

We will need to get other doctors to review the records and to agree that it was a miraculous healing. Then our information is sent to Rome and they will do an independent investigation.”

One such possible miracle is that of Chase Kear, who survived a traumatic brain injury while pole-vaulting. Kear’s family attributed his survival to Fr. Kapaun, as thousands of prayers were said for his intercession. This particular miracle generated much media attention.

“It’s inspiring to see someone with as strong a religious background as Fr. Kapaun receive so much attention from a secular press,” KMC President and Fr. Kapaun Guild member Mike Burrus said. “It serves to tell us that whatever caused it was very special.”

One organization that is helping to spread the word about Fr. Kapaun is the Fr. Kapaun Guild, founded in 2002 and 2003.

The group gathers information about the life of Fr. Kapaun. Burrus said the group focuses on communication; it produced a book about the life of Fr. Kapaun called A Saint Among Us and continues to produce a newsletter.

“Most of the Fr. Kapaun Guild are people in Pilsen, who have an unbelievable devotion to Fr. Kapaun and his family,” Burrus said.

“They inspire the rest of us to push harder.”

Hotze said that Fr. Kapaun is still in the beginning stages of the canonization process.

Information is being gathered on the Diocesan level, and then the Vatican does its own review. Hotze said that he hopes to have the Diocesan phase finished within a year; however, the length of the Vatican phase cannot be estimated.

Currently, there are only eight American saints.

“To have [an American saint] so directly tied to our school… it’s important to realize how special that would be,” Burrus said. “It is less that a once in a lifetime opportunity, so

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if we can help [to get Fr. Kapaun canonized], we should.”

Burrus said ways to get involved include praying for Fr. Kapaun’s canonization and, especially, praying the Fr. Kapaun prayer.

Secondly, he said to spread the word in order to get others to pray for it as well.

Lastly, Burrus said individuals can assist the Fr. Kapaun Guild financially or with its newsletter or mailings.

“It would mean a lot to everyone in the school if Fr. Kapaun was canonized,” senior Laura Elson said.

“I think it would make the faith more real to us because our school’s namesake is recognized as an important figure in the Church’s history.” paladin

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staff EDITOR IN CHIEF katie moore DESIGN EDITORS bea tretbar, sean doyle ONLINE EDITOR katie gilbaugh PHOTOGRAPHY EDITOR emily baudouin ADVERTISING/ BUSINESS MANAGER victoria gillam NEWS EDITOR danielle valliere OPINIONS EDITOR meredith osborne FEATURE EDITOR anna le STUDENT LIFE alyssa bambick SPORTS EDITOR bailey buer ASST. NEWS EDITOR hillary sevart ASST. STUDENT LIFE EDITOR erika reals ASST. SPORTS EDITOR madeline engel ASST. COPY EDITOR emily lutz CIRCULATION MANAGER katelyn real STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERS marcella brooks, tiana chin, anna gongalez, zach holland, mattie lonergan, cindy nguyen, brian norris, kim pham, kelsey prather, alex scobee, mattie sleconich, scott southern, lindsey weixelman, emily wittler ADVISER ashley perkins

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Positive habits can lead to more successful year “We are what we repeatedly do. begin is to act like every day here at Excellence, then, is not an act, but KMC is the last.

It is important to be the person a habit.” Habits usually have many negative connotations — biting one’s who volunteers, who tries something nails, spending too much time in front new, who excels in what matters and of the computer, obnoxiously chewing who talks with the classmate he never with one’s mouth open, procrastinating has before.

This is where it becomes imperative on homework.

This quote from the ancient Greek to take on the habit either to change the philosopher Aristotle; however, shows sometimes monotonous experience that habits should not be looked upon for oneself, or to be the person to help change it for others. in such a negative “It is important to be the High school can way.

Instead of person who volunteers, take on the stereotype coming up with who tries something new, of having a prisonlike nature. Sadly, for a list of habits to break, try starting who excels in what mat- some students, this is new habits that ters and who talks with the reality. Imagine how a can change the classmate he never has be- student would feel if he grumbled through course of this year fore.” the day, stared off for the better. It in every class, kept could be the key to himself and only put in the time to making this year one of the best.

Many positive habits could be necessary to graduate. The time spent put into action, helping make this year at KMC would surely seem like a waste worth while. One could and perhaps to this person.

One should consider how he wants should start using hand sanitizer to guard himself from the ominous swine to feel when his time here is finished. flu. Saying Fr. Kapaun prayers for his To ensure a good experience, action is canonization would be a great start, necessary.

Take these steps today so that also. Even doing something as easy as cheering along with the yell leaders on when the time comes, days here will be game days to support our teams would remembered for positive reasons—Friday night football games, humorous be a positive start.

Even after trying these helpful moments in class, laughing with friends habits, the school day can seem over lunch.

These are better memories than redundant — hours taken out of a student’s day to be divided into blocks remembering how long the hours from of time that just result in homework. To 7:50 to 3 passed by. This way, excelchange this humdrum way of looking at lence, then, is not just a hope for this things, the ultimate habit a student can year, but a reality.

The first bell of the day sounds and 919 students swarm the halls to find their classerooms, their seats and, on a deeper level, their place among the largest enrollment in Kapaun Mt. Carmel history. With larger classes and smaller parking spots, it seems difficult to stand out. This year, we welcome new and familiar faces to ve this theory and shatter whatever doubts one might have. Besides, standing out may be easier than fitting into that new parking spot.

As always, we invite your ideas, input and letters.

All letters should be under 150 words and signed. We reserve the right to edit or omit any letters. Baseless accusations, libelous statements, insults or unsigned letters will not be considered for publication.

Take letters to Room 215 or mail to the address below.

Sincerely, Katie Moore, Editor in Chief

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PRACTICING A STUNT, senior Sam Felts and junior Diana Ho work together to perfect their flying technique for the next home game Sept. 1. cover by sean doyle and bea tretbar; photo by kelsey prather

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Ways to stay entertained this fall Warning: Melodies contained in American Saturday Night by Brad Paisley may be highly contagious. Lyrics may become stuck in the listener’s head after first encounter. Do NOT attempt to turn off this CD to perform mundane tasks, such as homework.

The title track on American Saturday Night begins with a hint of guitar and voices singing in unison. The lyrics are creative and easy to relate to; the guitar solos are extraordinary.

Though the music may draw you in, the witty lyrics will make you come back for more. While humorous songs such as Catch All The Fish will more appeal to outdoorsy boys, and love songs

(500) Days of Summer begins like a typical “boy falls for girl” love story, but things turn quickly when greeting card writer Tom Hanson (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) realizes that Summer Finn (Zooey Deschanel) has no interest in a serious relationship. The plot line may be familiar,but (500) Days of Summer has twists that make up for it.

Initially, Tom thinks he is the exception to Summer’s decision. When she suddenly breaks up with him he goes into a deep depression. This breakup brings about the dark humor in the movie that makes it unique.

The story changes back and forth from Tom’s “days with Summer” to his “dark days.” As the

story progresses it does not seem to matter to him anymore why she left. He is more determined to get her back.

This movie surprised me. I walked into the theater thinking I was in for a generic love story, but when I left, I realized the real lesson.

Sometimes the things we want most in life are not what we need. Summer brings out the best in Tom, even though she does not love him.

The film’s humor appeals to a younger audience. It sometimes has a cynical look on love that brought out many emotions. This movie is a must see, and is the perfect way to end the summer.

“Make it work!” Although I have heard this phrase uttered by Tim Gunn multiple times, I had never had an interest in Project Runway. Every time I turned to Lifetime, I was bombarded by advertisements for the new season. Though the show was surrounded by hype, I still had my doubts.

The moment the show started; however, I was hooked. Their challenge of making a red-carpet dress in a two-day period was both intense and exciting. A designer that prefers meditating over an outfit rather than sketching it produces a futuristic mess of a dress that I’m not sure even Lady Gaga would wear.

Walking into Jose Pepper’s, I was assailed with the undeniable scent of Mexican food, but I was also struck by the generic look of the décor. Although it was obviously a chain restaurant the personable staff gave it a giant boost.

I was seated outside on the patio, and given a bottle of hand sanitizer.The waiter brought out warm chips and salsa that were thin and crispy with just enough salt. It seemed that my previous assumption was proven wrong, just because Jose Pepper’s was part of a chain did not mean it could not have a surprise or two.

Once the waiter left I took a look around at the patio. There is a fire pit and TV which is perfect

such as Then will appeal to girls, songs like Water will attract both.

Paisley, who is known for his guitar playing, does not disappoint on this album. You Do The Math concludes with an interesting guitar solo, perfect for dancing to.

Full of energetic, entertaining songs, Brad Paisley’s newest album, American Saturday Night is a great album for anyone, even those who are not country fans. For those who do not want to purchase the entire album, I suggest American Saturday Night, Water, and Catch All The Fish. These songs are sure to become the new soundtrack to not only your Saturday, but every night.

I was disappointed in a few aspects of the show.

One of these was having Lindsay Lohan as the first guest judge. I felt a more qualified judge could have been chosen.

As the season continues, I find myself more intrigued. The second episode presented the designers with creating a maternity dress for Rebecca Romijn. I was appalled at the judge’s choice of elimination, and felt that the designer that was not eliminated deserved to go home. I can only hope for better decisions in the future.

Nevertheless, Project Runway broke my preconceived judgments. I suggest catching an episode, Thursday nights at 9 p.m. on Lifetime.

for watching a big game. The patio is split into two parts, one is covered and one allows sunlight to filter in.

As I looked at the menu I noticed the Mexican classics: enchiladas, burritos and tacos. I ordered a sour cream enchilada and was happy to find that besides the normal side of rice and beans, one could also choose from American options such as french fries, salad, and fruit.

After eating my enchilada, which was warm and loaded with beef, sour cream and cheese, I sat back and enjoyed the pleasant atmosphere of the patio. The entire experience had been a surprise and I could not wait to try it again. reviews by katelyn real and victoria gilliam; photos by emily baudouin

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My individuality has recently come in a year anyway,” I pleaded. My dad simply under atack. Battle lines are drawn; sides looked at me and said, “Your walls are going are chosen. My dad wants to redecorate my to be white, so start tearing all those things room. down.” He then proceeded to march out of Until now, I never realized there was a the room like the decorator extraordinaire he problem with my decorating techniques. In thinks he is, probably to reconvene with his an effort to cover ugly wallpaper, I poured roundtable of decorating dictators on what through magazines, tearing else they could do to strip me out anything that caught my of everything that gives me a eye and pasting it all over hint of personality. my walls. Black and white My room expresses photographs, inspirational everything I cannot say. quotes and childhood When I come home from memories captured on school, I am greeted by my film — my room quickly favorite quotes, authors and became mine. musicians. All are a part Every so often, I would of me. That is something stumble upon a new poster white walls could never to add to my collection.

MEREDITH OSBORNE do. We cannot even carry I took it home carefully, purses bigger than a sheet of opinions editor almost with the amount notebook paper at school, and of care one would give to my dad was trying to control a newborn. When I got home, I ran up the my home life? Not under my watch! The way stairs, eager to hang my new find. I found things are going, there could be a dress code my favorite poster while looking through my for bedtime. dad’s old record collection – a collage of The My dad and I talked again, and he Beatles, which has been hanging on my door agreed to let me get a corkboard and tack up for a few years now. Each new poster gave all my images. It may be a petty victory, but it me a growing sense of satisfaction. My room is definitely appreciated. became an ongoing project, a museum of As I sat in my room, I looked around. everything I am.

Collages of high fashion models and my My one of a kind room recently became favorite Robert Frost poem stared back at me. endangered. My dad approached me not too My eyes rested on a black and white poster long ago about taking down all my pictures of Steven Prefontaine. “Just because you are and painting my walls. White. He wants to one man and they are many, doesn’t mean paint my colorful, personalized walls WHITE. they are right,” the poster read. I smiled. At I tried to explain my need to express myself. least Pre was on my side.

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What is a habit you would like to break and why?

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Falling asleep listening to my iPod because it might ruin my ears.

SARAH HAGAN

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Procrastinating because it makes the assignment a lot more complicated.

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Staying up late because it makes me do bad in school.

“If you clogged up all the blood vessels in your body, you’d just explode!”

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ROBERT CASTLEBERRY

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“What’s that guy’s name? The weirdo who never wears boxers?”

“Germs are overrated.”

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Arguing with my parents because I just get grounded.

“I like coming in here, usually you have chocolate and drinks. Not some roving dinosaur.”

“Are you thinking about becoming Catholic?”

“I don’t really think very much.”

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EMILY FORTE

Overheard in the halls of KMC...

“I don’t wanna twit, I don’t wanna tweet I have a life.” (in regard to Twitter)

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ELLIOT PHILLIPS

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Psychologist explains how habits are formed, how students can avoid them

by ANNA LE features editor Junior Liz Stasiewicz starts off every morning with a Red Bull to revive and energize her.

Unfortunately, this feeling only lasts until third block before she craves her second caffeine fix of the day, a Diet Coke. This jolt lasts until after school when she drinks a final Red Bull to get her through her evening activities. Then she does it all again the next day.

“Caffeine is like sleep in a can for me,” Stasiewicz said. “Without it, I have to struggle in order to stay energized.”` Caffeine addiction is one common habit for students. Psychologist Dr. Chris Garrison said high school is a place where it is easy for bad habits to start.

“Habits are formed when habitual activ-

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ity changes the activity patterns in a specific temore said. “In order to face those challenges, region of the brain,” Garrison said. “Once the we have to be awake and alert.” brain retains a memory of the habit, the behavAccording to Dittemore’s theory, daily life ior becomes automatic and often becomes predictcreates almost an [obsesable, which can lead sion].” students to become Other habits people “Once the brain retains a mem- passive. This causes fall into include overeating, ory of the habit, the behavior them to do the same smoking, drugs, alcohol and becomes automatic and cre- things each day leadexercise Garrison said. ing to laziness. In turn, ates almost an [obsession].”

Social science teacher this leads to the abCarl Dittemore said he psychologist CHRIS GARRISON sence of anything subshares his theory about stantial in daily life. habitual behavior with his Dittemore sums students each year. Ditteup his theory with the more said falling into habits leads students into expression Predictability Passive Indolence Vaa routine that can cause them to miss out and cuity. take things for granted.

“We are all creatures of habit,” Dittemore “Life offers its challenges everyday,” Dit- said. “We like to do certain things in certain order.”

It is important to avoid falling into habit according to Dittemore. We can miss little things and take things for granted if we fall into routine.

Breaking a habit requires a cognitive behavioral approach, Garrison said. Essentially, one has to reprogram the thought associated with the habit and then begin to behave differently.

For example, if one indulges ice cream every day in order to reduce stress, then one will have to reframe the idea of ice cream to another association such as going for a walk. Eventually, the brain will associate walking with stress reductions instead of ice cream.

Garrison said the length of time to break a habit depends on enjoyment associated with the habit, and how long the individual has done the behavior.

Experts suggest taking your age, multiplying it by ten and then repeating the new message or habit that number of times per day, Garrison said. For example, a person who is 16 years old would repeat the new habit 160 times per day.

“Drinking caffeine affects me more than I realize,” Stasiewicz said. “In order to break this habit it’s going to take a lot of willpower.”

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With a tougher grading scale, the possibility of Swine Flu outbreaks and a stricter JUG experience, this year at Kapaun Mt. Carmel may not be an easy one. In the Paladin’s “Student Survivor,” we present to you eight students and ask you to choose who you think may not survive in these halls and beyond. Read the information below and decide which student you want to eliminate. One student will be voted off each month. The participants will continue to answer questions and compete until one is left standing. Good luck!

MESFIN SMALL

Grade: Senior Sports/Hobbies: Football, basketball, sleeping, eating Favorite Movie: The Hangover Favorite Music Genre: Rap Favorite Color: Orange Why he should stay: “I’m amazing.”

KORY GLASGOW

Grade: Junior Sports/Hobbies: Cross country, golf, hanging out with friends Favorite TV Show: That 70’s Show Favorite Music Genre: Rap Favorite Color: Orange Why he should stay: “I’m a stud and I’m invincible.”

BOBBY MOORE

SHANNON O’NEILL

Grade: Senior Sports/Hobbies: Cheer, coaching cheer, piano, going out Favorite TV Show: Gossip Girl Favorite Music Genre: Rap Favorite Color: Yellow Why she should stay: “I’m pretty out there and I’m not afraid to do anything.”

SHANIECE PYLES

Grade: Junior Sports/Hobbies: Sports Medicine, modeling Favorite TV Show/Movie: Love and Basketball Favorite Music Genre: R&B, pop, hip hop Favorite Color: Orange Why should she stay: “I’m fun and entertaining.”

LAUREL LUJANO

Grade: Sophomore Sports/Hobbies: Cross country, basketball, watching TV, going to Genesis Favorite TV Show: Lost Favorite Music Genre: Rap Favorite Color: Blue Why he should stay: “I’m just better than everybody else.”

Grade: Sophomore Sports/Hobbies: StuCo, soccer, basketball, spend time with friends and family Favorite TV Shows: Family Guy, Glee Favorite Music Genres: Hip hop, Rock, Country, Indie Why she should stay: “I’m legit, duh.”

SAM WESCOTT

SARAH FRANGENBERG

Grade: Freshman Sports/Hobbies: Football, basketball, track Favorite TV Show: The Office Favorite Music Genre: Rap Favorite Color: Blue Why he should stay: “People know me.”

Grade: Freshman Sports/Hobbies: StuCo, pom, Cum Laude, dance Favorite Movie: Father of the Bride Favorite Music Genre: Pop Why she should stay: “I’m hardworking, friendly and smart.”

Who do you think should be voted off of “Student Survivor”? Bring this ballot to Room 215 by Friday, Sept. 25 to cast your vote.

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Bobby Moore

Shannon O’Neill

Laurel Lujano

Kory Glasgow

Sam Wescott

ShaNiece Pyles

Sarah Frangenberg

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1. RUNNING THE BALL down the field, senior Chris Hayes plays during the

Blue/White game Aug. 28 at Fall Fest.

2. ACCOMPANYING BISHOP MICHAEL JACKELS as he blesses the new gym, senior Dylan Rogerson, sophomore Christian May, junior Eric George and junior Spencer Rotolo-Utz altar serve Aug. 27 after the first All-school Mass.

3. UNITING TO DO THE “LEAN,” cheerleaders, football players and students participate in the pep rally Sept. 2 at Freddy’s Frozen Custard.

4. ON AUG. 14, seniors Kelsey Ball, Shannon O’Neill, Shelby Ward, Molly Dwyer and Anna Le bond with freshmen at the Big Sis/Lil Sis pool party.

5. PLAYING THE SAXOPHONE Sept. 2, junior Austin Scott performs with the pep band at the pep rally at Freddy’s Frozen Custard. lindsey weixelman

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6. WITH A CHEST BUMP, sophomore Drue Benning plays in the varsity vs. alumni soccer game during Fall Fest Aug. 28. paladin

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INSIDE THE LINES LUKE HANSON

ACTIVITY: Senior Luke Hanson plays against an alumnus during Fall Fest Aug. 28.

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In a Crusader uniform for the first time, Luke Hanson took the field with the rest of his varsity teammates as a freshman. Though he was the smallest player on the field, Hanson’s skills made him a dominate player on the team, coach Alan Shepherd said.

“Luke brings skills and experience to the team,” Shepherd said. “He has been playing for close to 12 years, so he has a lot of time to develop his skills.”

Now a senior, Hanson begins his fourth year on the varsity soccer team. Off the field Hanson is known for his humble and attitude, but once the game begins Hanson becomes a leader the rest of the team can depend on, sophomore Matt Galley said. This year Hanson is one of the team’s captains.

“Luke likes to lead by example in the way he presents himself and communicates with others,” Shepherd said.

Hanson said he has been playing soccer since kindergarten and over time he fell in love with the sport.

“I didn’t think I would play for so long,” Hanson said. “It kind of just happened, and after that I didn’t want to stop because I enjoy it so much.”

The team has won City League for the past three years.

Hanson said he hopes to continue this tradition.

“Luke is a hard working player and competitive,” senior Travis Smith said. “He will do what ever it takes to win and achieve his goals.” story by madeline engel

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Cross Country 9/19 Southeast Invitational Cessna Activity Center @ 9 a.m.

9/26 Rim Rock Invitational Rim Rock Farm (Lawrence, Kan.) @ 8 a.m.

10/3 OSU Cowboy Jamboree OSU (Stillwater, Okla.) @ 10 a.m.

Football 9/18 Varsity vs. East Carpenter Stadium (South) @ 7 p.m.

9/25 Varsity vs. Southeast Northwest @ 7 p.m.

Girls Golf 9/22 Sim Park Golf Course @ 3 p.m.

9/24 Ark City Varsity Invitational Facility TBA @ 1 p.m.

9/28 L.W. Clapp Golf Couse @ 3 p.m.

10/2 Varsity vs. West Wichita State @ 7 p.m.

9/30 North High Redskin Open Sim Park Golf Course @ 1 p.m.

10/10 Eldorado Invitational Eldorado Lake (Bluestem Point) @ 10 a.m.

10/6 Tex Consolver Golf Course @ 3 p.m.

10/17 City League Cessna Activity Center @ 9 a.m. brian norris

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After 19-year absence, tradition of yell leading returns

by BAILEY BUER sports editor When senior Sam Felts came to practice this season, he did not expect to get kicked in the face by a girl. This was what happened, however, on his first day as a yell leader.

“When I first walked in it was really awkward,” Felts said. “Once we got into it I was having a lot of fun.”

Seniors Jamie Arnel, Dylan Rogerson, Gabe Czepiel and John Doan and sophomore Graham Goodner join Felts as yell leaders on this year’s squad. The boys will yell and stunt with the cheer squad at the home varsity football and basketball games. This is the first time the program has existed in 19 years.

“I did cheer at Collegiate and enjoyed it,” Arnel said. “I can actually share this with someone else and help teach them new stunts, which got me interested.”

Cheerleading coach Desirae Moreno started the program after Czepiel and Arnel expressed an interest in yell leading.

“I was skeptical,” Moreno said. “I did not know if they were joking or if they were doing it for a dare. I interviewed them, and they seemed to be in it for the right reasons.”

Moreno said when she approached the cheerleaders with the idea there was a mixed response.

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Amanda Marrone said. “We are supposed leaders she fully realized the new talent they to be independent cheerleaders and prove will bring to the squad. ourselves as girls. We are strong enough to “It will make us better,” Ho said. “We lift people in the air.” will be more well-rounded and experienced.

Practices for the potential yell leaders Colleges want experience.” began with Moreno inviting all current male Felts said during practice he has students to attend clinics on the basics of received several hits when something went stunting. wrong.

“I had no “At the first co-ed expectations,” Moreno “When you stand up to op- stunt clinic I got kicked said. “I tried not to look too position your character gets a lot,” Felts said. “I tried far ahead, so I left it more to play it off like it did open. I did not expect the purified. It is put in the fire, not happen, but it did positive response we are is reshaped and comes out and everyone knew it.” stronger.” getting.”

Marrone said after Felts said when senior SAM FELTS she attended the stunt Doan told him about the clinics her opinion on the clinic, he had no intention yell leaders changed. of giving it a chance.

“I love them all,” “All I knew about Marrone said. “They yell leading were the things I saw on TV,” are so fun to work with, and they work really Felts said. “It did not look like anything fun hard.” or manly.”

Felts said he is nervous about their first According to Felts, stunting and the performance, the Homecoming pep rally. chance to be with friends changed his mind.

“I hope for a positive response,” Felts “It’s a lot harder because it takes said. “I have talked to a lot of people. It seems complete cooperation,” Felts said. “Once you we will get a mixed response. If people are get it, it’s so worth it.” going to talk they need to try it out first.”

After Felts accomplished his first stunt Despite sore wrists, bumps and successfully, he said the satisfaction he had bruises, Felts said he is enjoying the new was worth how sore his body was. experience.

“After I got the [stunt] with [junior] “I want to get better not just at yell Diana [Ho], everyone wanted [to try it],” leading but also as a person,” Felts said.

Felts said. “It was nonstop. There was “When you stand up to opposition your improvement though, so it was worth it.” character gets purified. It is put in the fire, is Ho said after stunting with the yell reshaped and comes out stronger.”

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Yell leader finds benefits, new perspective from sport

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A simple workshop began my career Everything happens at once, and as a yell leader, and it certainly was not unless your mind is completely focused something I intended on doing my senior on what is happening, many things can go year. wrong.

Cheerleading was something I always Since I began yell leading, I have lost thought was a girls activity, not a boys. twenty pounds. I feel more physically fit, After going through a and the energy I get couple of workouts, I began throughout the day from realizing that it is much more the sport is great. than throwing a girl in the air.

I do not mind getting If you miss the girl’s foot, up at 5:30 to get to pracshe falls. If she goes up too tice at 6:15 each Monday fast or if you are not in unison, and Thursday mornshe falls. ing, because I know it is Soon I realized that I’m something my body and the only one to catch her. mind need.

It is one of the more Plus, getting to perDYLAN ROGERSON form in the upcoming challenging mental exercises that I have been through in a Homecoming pep rally guest columnist sport. will be amazing.

The idea that only girls The routine that the should cheer is completely ludicrous. coach and girls have developed is challengIf anyone questions that, I challenge ing, but it is something that the student them to come to a practice and see if they body will not want to miss. can keep up.

I look forward to all that I can learn I was in shock the first few practices from yell leading this year. when I would see girls doing flips and I know it will be an experience I will handsprings left and right as if it was as never forget. natural as breathing.

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As a student at Kapaun Mt. Carmel in 1990, Chris Bloomer said he was a shy student who played football. Bloomer never thought he would get involved in any other sports, especially yell leading.

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1. HELD UP BY THE YELL LEADERS, junior

Brooke Poelstra hits a stunt in the gym Sept. 1. The boys learned how to do this and many other stunts at serveral stunt clinics during the summer.

2. CONCENTRATING ON BASING, senior Sam Felts glances to make sure the flyer is stable in the gym Sept. 1. Felts is one of the five yell leaders.

3. POSING WITH THEIR NEW TEAMMATES, the yell leaders demonstrate their recently acquired skills in the gym Sept. 1. This is the first time in 19 years yell leaders have worked with cheerleaders.

Why did you become a yell leader?

“I had a good friend that was a cheerleader, and she asked me at the end of footall season to join the squad. At first I was wary of it, but I wanted to try something new.”

What did you like most about yell leading?

“I liked working with girls because it was new and unlike anything I had ever done. It also gave us a really big sense of accomplishment.”

What did you dislike?

“I disliked all the bickering and fighting. I also didn’t like how people didn’t appreciate cheerleading as a sport.” information obtained by madeline engel

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CHRIS BLOOMER, assistant

principal and athletics director, poses for his picture as a yell leader. He was part of the squad in 1990, his senior year.

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rely on junior Maddie Schulte.

“Maddie is definitely a strength for the team,” Weixelman said. “She inspires Last year, girls tennis won City the team and keeps us pumped up. The League and regionals and placed third seniors have also come together and in state. This season the team hopes helped bring in the underclassman.” to finish undefeated. One of the steps Although the team is confident, to reaching this goal is defeating East senior Zoey Morton said they know not Sept. 22. to underestimate their opponent.

“I expect success against East,” “As a team, we need to stay head coach Kathy focused,” Morton Schulte said. “We said. “We really have beaten them “[East] is one of our tough- like to talk at in the past, but we est opponets and I’m ex- practice, but we lost our number one cited to see how our team need to keep doubles spot to them does. It gives us a chance from getting two years in a row. to show what we are made sidetracked and This year, I want to over-confident so of.” beat them 9-0.” we can win.”

Schulte said coach KATHY SCHULTE Schulte was East has grown in happy with the skill every year and potential that they continue to be a strong competitor. her team showed in the match against Because of this, she says a rivalry has South on Sept. 1, where they finished formed. with a 9-0 win. This is exactly what “Bishop Carroll is obviously our Schulte hopes to do against East. biggest rival,” Schulte said. “But East “I know we can beat East,” Schulte is a close second. They have depth and said. “This will be a good match for us. are a team to beat.”

They are one of our toughest opponents Senior Lindsey Weixelman is and I’m excited to see how our team confident that her team possesses does. It gives us a chance to show what the skills needed for victory in the we are made of.” upcoming match because her team can

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Volleyball hopes to improve after loss to Bishop Carroll

by EMILY LUTZ asst. copy editor After suffering a major loss to rival Bishop Carroll, the volleyball team is looking forward to its game against East Sept. 22 assistant volleyball coach Alana Whitney said.

“The team is feeling good about the East games,” said Helena. “They’re not considered much of a threat, and we also don’t have the rivalry with them that we had with Carroll.”

According to Helena, KMC typically wins the games against East, and is expected to do so Sept. 22.

“East will be great practice for the rest of the season,” senior varsity captain Chelsea Helena said. “We play Northwest later that week and these matches will definitely prepare us for those games and the rest of the season.”

Helena also said that the games will be a good confidence-booster from the Bishop Carroll 0-3 loss Sept. 9.

“The Bishop Carroll game definitely did not go well for our varsity girls,” Whitney said. “Junior varsity did okay, but our varsity girls lost pretty badly.”

Whitney said she and the other coaches had expected the team to play better than it did. The JV girls, winning one of three sets, performed better than varsity.

“Bishop Carroll was not at all what we expected, especially since we went in so motivated,” Helena said.

Helena said, the team began the game with confidence, but started to become nervous after they realized how difficult the games were going to be. The team is optimistic that they are going to put this behind them she said.

“We didn’t do our best, but we are definitely going to learn from it for the East game,” Helena said.

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SENIOR KAYLA CLARK, plays in the Bishop Carroll game

in the gym Sept. 9. Kapaun Mt. Carmel was defeated 0-3.

According to senior Chelsea Helena, the team will learn from its mistakes to succeed in the game against East on Sept.

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